Hearty and satisfying recipes for lunch and dinner, including meat, vegetarian, and international meals that take center stage on the plate.
A soulful Louisiana-style étouffée brimming with tender shrimp, succulent crab meat, and briny oysters in a rich, tomato-roux sauce. Inspired by my first trip down the bayou, this dish balances spicy heat with deep, savory notes—perfect for seafood lovers craving a taste of the Gulf Coast.
A golden, layered summer bake that combines tender zucchini, ripe tomatoes, sweet onions, and melted mozzarella, topped with crunchy Ritz crackers and fragrant Italian herbs. As a longtime fan of simple yet impressive vegetable gratins, I love how this dish transforms humble garden produce into a crowd-pleasing centerpiece. The contrast of creamy cheese and buttery cracker topping makes every bite irresistibly flavorful.
This hearty one-pan skillet combines juicy ground beef simmered in a tangy tomato sauce with tender egg noodles swirled into a creamy blend of sour cream and cream cheese. Inspired by family-style weeknight dinners, it strikes the perfect balance of rich, comforting flavors and speedy prep.
Bright and flavorful, this Sesame‑Ginger Grilled Chicken features tender chicken breasts marinated in a honey‑soy blend scented with toasted sesame and fresh ginger. As a weeknight favorite, it comes together in under 30 minutes—perfect when you crave restaurant‑style flavors at home. I first discovered this simple technique at a cooking demo and love how the fast grill sears in juices while the marinade caramelizes to a glossy finish.
This one‑pot creamy chicken and mixed vegetable macaroni stew is the ultimate comfort meal—hearty, saucy, and packed with vegetables. Inspired by my grandmother’s Sunday dinners, it melds tender boiled chicken with potatoes, field peas, butter beans, and creamed corn in a rich tomato broth. Perfect for cozy family dinners or batch‑cooking for the week!
This comforting, slow-cooked round steak recipe transforms economical cuts into tender, flavor-packed strips simmered in a rich tomato glaze. Inspired by midwestern family dinners, it balances brown sugar’s caramel sweetness with mustard’s gentle tang—and it’s simplicity itself for busy weeknights.